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NK04 BNV

2004 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

70,598 mi
Last recorded70,598 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Lotus Elise34,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK04 BNV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 70,598 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 68,631 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 66,276 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 62,040 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 56,211 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 56,127 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

windscreen wiper deteriated, no excessive

Pass 30 Mar 2012 50,225 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 43,105 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 36,671 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jun 2009 31,126 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 31,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 24,918 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 18,916 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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NK04 BNV is a 2004 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 34,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK04 BNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK04 BNV registered?

NK04 BNV is a 2004 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is NK04 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK04 BNV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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